Question

S1: Minerals are homogeneous because they do not show uniform properties.
S2: Minerals are naturally occurring substances.
S3: Minerals have a definite internal structure.

• A. S1: True, S2: False, S3: True
• B. S1: False, S2: True, S3: True
• C. S1: False, S2: True, S3: False
• D. S1: True, S2: True, S3: True

Answer 1

The correct option is B S1: False, S2: True, S3: True

Geologists define minerals as a “homogenous, naturally occurring substance with a definable internal structure”. A mineral is homogeneous because it shows uniform properties throughout. It is also a naturally occurring substance and has a definite internal structure.